Tactful has 3 different meanings across 1 category:
Adjective
Adjective
1
having or showing a sense of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others
"she was tactful enough not to shatter his illusion"
"a tactful remark eased her embarrassment"
2
showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with people
"by diplomatic conduct he avoided antagonizing anyone"
"a tactful way of correcting someone"
"the agency got the kid-glove treatment on Capitol Hill"
3
Possessing tact; able to deal with people in a sensitive manner.
Example Sentences
"she was tactful enough not to shatter his illusion"
adjective
"a tactful remark eased her embarrassment"
adjective
"by diplomatic conduct he avoided antagonizing anyone"
adjective
"a tactful way of correcting someone"
adjective
"the agency got the kid-glove treatment on Capitol Hill"
adjective